Aishwarya Rai's Stunt Double Recalls Near-Accident During Raavan Cliff Jump
Sanober Pardiwalla, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's stunt double in the 2010 film Raavan, recounted a near-accident during a 150-foot cliff jump stunt. An unexpected complication left her hanging mid-air for nearly 30 minutes beside a waterfall. She emphasized the importance of staying calm, controlling breathing, and trusting safety systems during such incidents. The stunt, performed for the film's climax, later earned a Taurus World Stunt Awards nomination.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 37/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- ndtv— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- indianexpress— balanced framing, positive sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles focus on a film stunt incident without political content. Coverage centers on the stunt double's experience and safety aspects, presenting a human-interest perspective. There is no evident political framing or partisan viewpoints, as the story relates to entertainment and stunt work challenges.
The tone across the articles is generally neutral to positive, highlighting the stunt double's composure and professionalism during a dangerous situation. While the incident was risky, the coverage emphasizes resilience and safety awareness rather than fear or criticism, resulting in an overall balanced and respectful sentiment.
How 2 sources covered this story
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